Vulnerability Description
Some futex functions in futex.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x perform get_user calls while holding the mmap_sem semaphore, which could allow local users to cause a deadlock condition in do_page_fault by triggering get_user faults while another thread is executing mmap or other functions.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.0 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40421cfc11zFsK9gxvSJ2t__FCmuUd3Q
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/2/22/123PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-420.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/427980/100/0/threaded
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40421cfc11zFsK9gxvSJ2t__FCmuUd3Q
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/2/22/123PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-420.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/427980/100/0/threaded
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0937?
CVE-2005-0937 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.2 (LOW). Some futex functions in futex.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x perform get_user calls while holding the mmap_sem semaphore, which could allow local users to cause a deadlock condition in do_page_fault by trig...
How severe is CVE-2005-0937?
CVE-2005-0937 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0937?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.